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floyd, This is an example of how these dance loops can fit right into a country pop song. That guitar loop is really cool how it melts into the banjo loop. While listening I'm cheering on the song on like I'm watching the NCAA tournament. I yelling out C'MON BREAK IT DOWN! Then BOOM , there it is! All smiles. Janette's deliver again. Your song truck is a well oiled machine that backs up to your house and keeps on delivering. Your high standards and above all your attention to detail never disappoint. Always amazed, Tom Thanks, Tom. Good ears on the loop to banjo thing.  The janettes are becoming more a part of things these days (Janice is awesome, of course). Always appreciate your comments...
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Mighty good country pop. Most, but not all the necessary elements for today's Bro-country. Got have a video and rap verse to be taken seriously... Echo's are a must...
A two chair turn around on the Voice blind audition round.
Adam would say he doesn't know anything about country but if he did, this is what it would sound like to him and Blake was a fool not to turn so he turned his chair to make Blake look foolish.
Aleshia would turn because she thinks this is perfect for Blake and she can't believe Blake didn't turn.
Gwen would say she didn't turn because she loves Blake and did not want to embarrass him.
Blake, didn't turn cause his button was broke....
Steve Goodman would tweet you another verse.......
It's hard to cover all the bases of a modern country song. You have made a serious dent and by any measure given us another great write, arrangement, production and performance. This is a very enjoyable listen and will sound great coming out, loudly, out of my speakers.
Enjoyed this.
Charlie Charlie - I really enjoyed your delightful review. I've never seen The Voice - only commercials for it - but I understand the concept. Wasn't really after the Bro Country thing here - that "fad" seems to have finally (thankfully) passed us by. I have the sense that it has been "old news" for about a year now... this was more a flavoring of the other side of "current Country"... Little Big Town, Brett Young, Brett Eldredge, maybe a bit of Rascal Flatts.... RaeLynn caught my attention recently... The "sound" is beginning to "spread out" some with experimentation with little things that make up that sound. Sprinklings instead of trying to cram all of them into every song. The Goodman reference is near-and-dear... I wore out his records... Oh... I've got another of these - where I DID use an "echo part"... Thanks for an entertaining review..
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Hearing this song makes me wonder if BIAB can do "traditional country?" Ha! I bet you didn't see THAT coming  I REALLY like this song! It does so many things so well. It may not be as deep as some songs on here, but it's so relatable. I think sometimes that is underrated by lovers of classic country. Orchestration and arranging...dead on! It's knowing what sounds to use and when to use them...or not use them. Even the breakdown was spot on for me. The background vocals lift the chorus and helps it meet the energy level it needs. Sung REALLY well I might ad...no surprise given the singers Nice job! If you look up "hook" in the dictionary, do you know what you will find? Well, first a definition for a fishing hook. HOWEVER, after that, I'm pretty sure it's the chorus from this song! Seriously, I would tell you it's catchy, but I bet it stuck in your head TOO! So, I guess PGMusic can update their FAQ page to answer the question "Can BIAB achieve a modern country sound?" A simple link to this song is all the proof they would need. Just. Really. Well. Done. I can't even tell you how much I was smiling when I heard this song. Bravo my friend! Now, given my background and seeing the name of the song, I do want to "break me off a piece of that kit kat bar." That being said, after hearing the song, I forgot about the jingle! That says A LOT! I'll stop now in fear that people will figure out this is FJ's alter account heaping praise onto himself Seriously though, I am sooooo impressed! Thanks for doing this!
Chad (Hope that makes it easier)
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Outstanding you guys.
Wow.
What a great song and what a remarkable blend of real tracks and live playing (I guess there was some.)
Truly you have proved your point. Brilliant. Appreciate it, David... Fine work Floyd. Very catchy tune background vocals really set off the song. Torrey Thanks, Torrey... Floyd,
This is just awesome! As you know, I am a real fan of your music. You have a knack for the pushing the envelope without sacrificing your stellar standards of quality, both lyrically and musically. Great song here, and good job of "showing off" Band in a Box!
Steve
Thanks for that, Steve... Always like having you drop by for a listen...
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fj,
Love this one. Right in the pocket. Enjoyed it.
Regards,
Bob Mr. Burke - I'm always pleased to get a thumbs up form you!! Bud was talking about the "beats" and the bottom end of this tune and I asked him what on earth that was all about. He then pointed out that I had learned the harmony listening on a mono bluetooth earpiece and had otherwise only heard it on our small monitors. So he streamed it as he had listened to our regular stereo system with subwoofers. I told him I felt like I was sitting at a traffic light with my car shaking This was a lot of fun and now that I've learned something it is different in a good way. Thank you floyd for bringing in a country girl to this! Janice Yo, Girl... whachusay? I am SO pleased that you agreed to be my "background chicks"!!! It adds magic...
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Outstanding. The chorus is superb. And the harmonies add a wonderful color.
Simply a wonderful write and recording. Thank you, Lawrence. Coming from you, I consider that high praise... Just listened to Gary sing "Take A Chance", and now right on its heals, this great song that asks to "Give me a chance".
Very catchy chorus. My foot's tappin'.
Thanks, Floyd.
John - it is really nice of you to drop by for a listen. Thanks...
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Hey, this is one of your better songs in a while.
I liked the way you built this with the techno loop up to the chorus that really delivers the goods.
nice production chops with the break down on the first part of the chorus at 2:20... nice power comeback. The banjo needed to stop on the last hold.... JMHO.
Certainly has the Brooks and Dunn feel to it.
Plenty here to like.
Thanks for the listen, Herb. The banjo does stop on the final held cord. With a volume envelope to specifically cut it there to zero. What your ears hear as a "banjo" are decay tails of a groove delay on an electric guitar track... a relatively common technique in current productions of the "modern Country sound". Floyd,
Another radio ready hit! Loved it.
Bob Appreciate that, Bob...
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If this doesn't get optioned by a Nashville label, they are asleep at the wheel. I can definitely visualize it live, crowd clapping and singing the chorus.
Another good one, Floyd. That is a very nice thing to say, Andy... Thanks for dropping in..
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hi fioyd awesome work love banjo nice touch great job on vocals thanks eric
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Hearing this song makes me wonder if BIAB can do "traditional country?" Ha! I bet you didn't see THAT coming I REALLY like this song! It does so many things so well. It may not be as deep as some songs on here, but it's so relatable. I think sometimes that is underrated by lovers of classic country. Orchestration and arranging...dead on! It's knowing what sounds to use and when to use them...or not use them. Even the breakdown was spot on for me. The background vocals lift the chorus and helps it meet the energy level it needs. Sung REALLY well I might ad...no surprise given the singers Nice job! If you look up "hook" in the dictionary, do you know what you will find? Well, first a definition for a fishing hook. HOWEVER, after that, I'm pretty sure it's the chorus from this song! Seriously, I would tell you it's catchy, but I bet it stuck in your head TOO! So, I guess PGMusic can update their FAQ page to answer the question "Can BIAB achieve a modern country sound?" A simple link to this song is all the proof they would need. Just. Really. Well. Done. I can't even tell you how much I was smiling when I heard this song. Bravo my friend! Now, given my background and seeing the name of the song, I do want to "break me off a piece of that kit kat bar." That being said, after hearing the song, I forgot about the jingle! That says A LOT! I'll stop now in fear that people will figure out this is FJ's alter account heaping praise onto himself Seriously though, I am sooooo impressed! Thanks for doing this! Caaron - I was hoping that this would strike a chord with you... So pleased that it did... (but, now I can't get the Kit Kat song outta my head!!)
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hi fioyd awesome work love banjo nice touch great job on vocals thanks eric Eric - thanks for stopping by...
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Hi floyd and Janice,
From top to bottom and inside out, this is absolutely stunning!
I first listened to this a while back and I was blown away by the amazing sound. I've listened a few times since then and every time I'm just as impressed as I was the first time I heard it. The journey is 100% quality!
floyd: Your writing and singing are first class (as always). In this song, though, it was your attention to arrangement and orchestration that captivated me. Once again you show us all how powerful Band In A Box is in the hands of a highly experienced user who has a flair for musical invention. Without a doubt, in this arena you are Thomas Edison and overflowing with seemingly endless imagination, ingenuity and creativity.
Janice: Your vocal work sits so perfectly against floyd's singing that it's mind-boggling to think that the two of you did this in separate states without ever meeting.
I seriously envy the talent on display here!
All the best to you both,
Noel
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